Villa Giacomini, Cortona €2,950,000

Situated in the hills of Cortona with panoramic views and a glimpse of Lake Trasimeno, this noble villa sits nicely nestled in its 7 hectares of land. The road that leads to the main gate of the property runs through the lush woods and exposes the view with every turn. The gated drive leads past the old chapel, which has now been converted into a cottage with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A formal garden with palm trees and limonaia sit to one side of the villa with the swimming pool 

The central entrance is typical of villas of this era, to the left of the main corridor, there is a study or family room complete with stone fireplace and exposed beam work.  To the right, there is a more formal sitting room and dining area. This spacious area also leads into what was once the old cellar. Complete with old stone accents and arches, there is plenty of room to create a special wine storage as a feature of the dinning room. The kitchen was developed in what was once the stables of the home. Conserving the wooden stalls and layout, the owners designed a rustic, traditional kitchen with access to the outdoor eating area.  

Up a flight of stone stairs, and one will find the noble floor of the home. Here there are three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a wonderful library with a fireplace and gorgeous views of the valley. On the second floor of the villa, once designated for the live in help, holds another three bedrooms a bathroom and games room. A small dove tower can be accessed from this floor. This area has been left unrestored and is currently being used for storage, although it will nicely convert into extra living space.

The 7 hectares of land around the villa also hold two other country homes. They are both located on the lower terraces of the property and are quite independent from the main villa with separate access.  The oldest of the two farmhouses is stone built and sits on three floors with circa 210 sqm of habitable space, three bedrooms and two bathrooms, two sitting rooms complete with fireplaces, a kitchen and a dining area. The second farmhouse of roughly 115 sqm is rendered yellow and also in habitable condition. Two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, dining area and sitting room with fireplace are located here. Both these houses are perfect for guests, live in help and/or rental potential.  

Utilities are in good working order throughout the property. Two separate springs feed the property with water and gas tanks are used for heating and cooking. Telephone and electrics have also been installed.

Amenities are close by with Cortona only a short drive from the property which can not be seen from the road yet the position is such that the views stretch across the valley.  The owners do not live at the Villa full-time, yet the location is optimal for those who want to. It is ideal for enjoying both the country side and town life. There are three other cottages on the property, plus the limonaia.  All of this extra room is ideal for those who want live in help or custodians, independent guest accommodation or rental opportunities. One may want to renovate the bathrooms and kitchens but the property is definitely ready to use.